Irrigation Engineer job at Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd

Vacancy title:
Irrigation Engineer

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Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 27 2024 

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 23 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd is a private for-profit company that is committed to farmer success. The firm ensures that every farmer has access to climate-smart and quality Agricultural Inputs for crop and animal production, Agricultural Extension Services and Linkages to profitable output markets. The main offices are in Arua city but operations stretch across Uganda and South Sudan. Since its operations started in July, 2018, the company has reached over 43,000 farmers supporting them to produce and earn more from their agribusiness enterprises.

Roles and responsibilities of the Irrigation Engineer
1. Design, install, and manage irrigation systems, including pumps, control systems, and pipelines, while performing specialized tasks during adverse weather and facility closures.
2. Provide technical support to farmers, recommending upgrades and replacements for water systems, detecting and fixing leaks, and ensuring efficient system performance.
3. Develop in-depth knowledge of Omia Agribusiness products and services to assess market opportunities and promote water-saving technologies and sustainable practices, such as soil conservation and water management.
4. Conduct field surveys, collect data, document challenges, and report findings to aid decision-making, supporting ongoing irrigation system improvements.
5. Collaborate with the team to train farmer groups on irrigation technologies, assess training needs, and implement tailored programs for efficient farming.
6. Maintain accurate farmer profiling, oversee asset care, stay updated on industry trends, and regularly communicate key updates to management while submitting progress reports on irrigation system installations and performance.

Qualification and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in AGRICULTURAL or IRRIGATION ENGINEERING
Knowledge and work experience of wet utilities, pressure pipes, drainages and portable solar water pumps installation.
Past experience in Irrigation works and Agricultural Inputs Business is an added advantage
Language
1. English
2. Lugbara
3. Juba Arabic
4. Kakwa

Other Skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Irrigation Design Software like CAD.

Physical Requirements:
Must be willing to travel to the field.
Ability to ride a motorcycle is a MUST.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Submit application letter, CV and copies of relevant academic documents to; omiajobsgmail.com , Copy: ndemahabibgmail.com 
Please Include “Irrigation Engineer” in the subject line of the email.
Hand delivered applications shall not be accepted.
Deadline: 27th September, 2024
Equal Opportunity Employer ;Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our team members.

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